Excess Casualty Underwriter II

Zurich Insurance • New York, NY

95d • $75,000 - $165,000 • Remote

About The Position

Zurich is currently looking to hire an experienced Excess Casualty Underwriter (Level II or III) to join our growing Excess Casualty team! We are open to hiring an experienced Underwriter in any location commutable to a Zurich office, hiring preference for the following locations: New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, Atlanta or Dallas. While we are open to locations nationwide, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office/market three days per week. The ideal candidate will have a background in Excess Casualty and/or Construction. This role will be filled at either an Excess Casualty Underwriter Level II or III. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant's experience and skillset relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area.
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area.
• Knowledge of line/s of business and the legal and regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of time restraints for quotes on new and renewal business.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting and pricing a solid renewal book.
• Identifying and analyzing new growth opportunities.
• Ensuring that accounts are qualified, meet with the organization's appetite and are balanced with sound business opportunity.
• Making agent/broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.
• Overseeing negotiations of Terms & Conditions and closing deals.
• Ensuring cross-sell within areas of responsibility to increase product density with the Zurich customer.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package for employees and eligible dependents.
• Competitive compensation.
• Short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: High school or GED